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Michael Major

Michael Major is a Connecticut native and a graduate of Marist College.

After starting out running social media for a theatre company, his love of pop culture led him to intern at TigerBeat Media. After also writing for organizations like PopCrave, uInterview, and Talk Radio NYC, Michael began as BroadwayWorld's entertainment editor in August of 2021.

Growing up watching movie musicals like Hairspray and Little Shop of Horrors on repeat, Michael is an expert on television and film. His love of the film industry has carried over to his work at BroadwayWorld, working with major networks like NBC, ABC, FOX and more to cover Broadway stars taking over the big screen.

He also frequently works with companies like Netflix, Disney, Apple, and Universal to bring exclusive clips and interviews from Broadway-related releases to readers. Stay tuned for the latest news on movies like Wicked, Mean Girls, The Color Purple, and more!

As a big fan of pop music, BroadwayWorld Music includes news on your favorite singers, like Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, and more, along with coverage on original music from Broadway alums like Reneé Rapp, Idina Menzel, Leslie Odom Jr., and more.

While at BroadwayWorld, he has had the honor of interviewing stars like Katy Perry, Carol Burnett, Denzel Washington, Bernadette Peters, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jane Krakowski, and more.




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First Show:

The Lion King

Favorite Show:

Hairspray

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Bad Suns Shares New Single 'Maybe You Saved Me' Featuring Pvris
Bad Suns Shares New Single 'Maybe You Saved Me' Featuring Pvris
August 1, 2022

Bad Suns share a new single titled “Maybe You Saved Me,” featuring vocals from Lynn Gunn of pop-rock act PVRIS. Produced by Eric Palmquist and co-written by Bad Suns, PVRIS and Andrew Goldstein (Yungblud, blackbear, MGK), the song came easily to the band as they began recording sessions for album ‘Apocalypse Whenever’ released early this year.

The Hunna Announce UK Headline Tour
The Hunna Announce UK Headline Tour
August 1, 2022

The 14-date tour will start at the Tramshed in Cardiff on October 18th and finish at The Mill, Birmingham on November 5th. The band will play London’s Electric Ballroom on November 4th. Tickets will go on pre-sale at 9am Wednesday August 3rd, and general sale at 9am Friday August 5th.

VIDEO: Disney+ Shares CARS ON THE ROAD Series Trailer
VIDEO: Disney+ Shares CARS ON THE ROAD Series Trailer
August 1, 2022

The Disney+ Original series follows Lightning McQueen (voice of Owen Wilson) and his best friend Mater (voice of Larry the Cable Guy) as they head east from Radiator Springs on a cross-country road trip to meet up with Mater’s sister. Watch the new video trailer for the series now!

Rocky Votolato Launches New Single 'Little Black Diamond' Off 'Wild Roots' Album
Rocky Votolato Launches New Single 'Little Black Diamond' Off 'Wild Roots' Album
August 1, 2022

The track features Abby Gundersen (William Fitzsimmons) on piano, string arrangements, and vocal harmonies, James McAllister (Sufjan Stevens, The National) on drums and percussion, Phil Wandscher (Whiskeytown, Jesse Sykes and the Sweet Hereafter) on electric guitar, and Marcel Gein (Perry O’Parson) on electric guitar.

VIDEO: FLETCHER Shares the 'Becky's So Hot' Music Video
VIDEO: FLETCHER Shares the 'Becky's So Hot' Music Video
August 1, 2022

Directed by Millicent Hailes (an artist/filmmaker who’s also worked with Billie Eilish, Tinashe, and Pussy Riot), the video for “Becky’s So Hot” co-stars Bella Thorne as the recipient of FLETCHER’s fascination. Partly inspired by the futurism of Blade Runner 2049, “Becky’s So Hot” blurs the edges of fantasy and reality to glorious effect. 

Andrew Keenan-Bolger to Direct New Coming-of-Age Film MIKEY'S ARMY
Andrew Keenan-Bolger to Direct New Coming-of-Age Film MIKEY'S ARMY
August 1, 2022

Andrew Keenan Bolger will direct Mikey's Army, a new coming-of-age film written by Eric Ulloa. The new flim will star Nicholas Dantes in the title role, alongside Claybourne Elder, Krystina Alabado, Shuga Cain, Jennifer Sanchez, and Timmy Thompson.

Bravo's TOP CHEF Will Head to London For Season 20
Bravo's TOP CHEF Will Head to London For Season 20
August 1, 2022

The greatest competitors from “Top Chef” iterations around the globe, including winners and finalists, will face off in the fiercest battle the culinary competition has ever seen. With 29 international versions, “Top Chef” World All-Stars will bring together 16 of the most talented, creative and decorated chefs.

NYC Jazz Artist Sweet Megg Releases New Single 'Trouble in Mind'
NYC Jazz Artist Sweet Megg Releases New Single 'Trouble in Mind'
August 1, 2022

“Trouble in Mind” (which preceded the 1955 off-Broadway play by the same name), is an early jazz standard born out of vaudeville, written as a blues-style song by jazz pianist Richard M. Jones in 1924. Megg recorded her My Window Faces the South album at The Studio Nashville under engineer Roger Moutenot. Listen to the new single now!

VIDEO: Nkeki Obi-Melekwe Reveals What She's Learned From Playing Tina Turner in TINA on Broadway
VIDEO: Nkeki Obi-Melekwe Reveals What She's Learned From Playing Tina Turner in TINA on Broadway
August 1, 2022

Nkeki Obi-Melekwe appeared on Good Morning America to discuss starring as Tina Turner in TINA: the Tina Turner Musical on Broadway. During the interview, Obi-Melekwe revealed what she has learned from playing Tina Turner on Broadway, which songs are her favorite, and what's next for her. Watch the new video interview now!

HAMILTON to Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Friday
HAMILTON to Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Friday
August 1, 2022

The Broadway cast of Hamilton will perform on Good Morning America this Friday. The performance is part of Good Morning America's Summer Concert Series, which will also include Demi Lovato, Megan Thee Stallion, Black Eyed Peas, and more. The musical sensation, Hamilton springs from the mind of Emmy, Tony, and Grammy Award winner Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Alton Brown Live: Beyond the Eats – The Holiday Variant 25 City North American Tour Announced
Alton Brown Live: Beyond the Eats – The Holiday Variant 25 City North American Tour Announced
August 1, 2022

Brown originated the live culinary variety show with his “Edible Inevitable,” “Eat Your Science,” and “Beyond The Eats” tours that have performed in 200-plus cities with more than 550,000 fans in attendance. His latest production kicks off in Greensboro, NC and mixes together science, music, food, and festive fun into two hours of entertainment.

Wolf Rd Release New Single 'Burn All Of Your Bridges'
Wolf Rd Release New Single 'Burn All Of Your Bridges'
August 1, 2022

The group’s diverse sonic spectrum ranges from pop-punk party bangers with anthemic emo hooks to electronic dance synths, guitar riffs, and dance-worthy breakdowns. Wolf Rd’s gripping live performances have received critical acclaim from both fans and industry veterans thanks to the group’s high energy stage presence,

VIDEO: Netflix Shares DRIVE HARD: THE MALOOF WAY Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Shares DRIVE HARD: THE MALOOF WAY Trailer
August 1, 2022

Watch the new video trailer for Drive Hard: The Maloof Way, a new series follows Sammy Maloof and his family of racers and stunt drivers build the world’s baddest cars to make sure their clients take the checkered flag on race day. And when the racing dust settles, the Maloofs pull back the curtain on profession stunt driving.

Clint Black, Sara Evans & More Join Inaugural Key Western Fest Lineup
Clint Black, Sara Evans & More Join Inaugural Key Western Fest Lineup
August 1, 2022

The four-day music festival will feature a one-of-a-kind convergence of country music superstars from an era that solidified the genre as a cultural touchstone and global phenomenon. Artists include Clint Black, Sara Evans, The Oak Ridge Boys, Clay Walker, Sawyer Brown, Deana Carter, Neal McCoy, Blackhawk, Mark Chesnutt, Pam Tillis and many more.

Joker's Hand Releases New Single 'Danny Phantom' (ft. Jakob Nowell)
Joker's Hand Releases New Single 'Danny Phantom' (ft. Jakob Nowell)
August 1, 2022

Southern California's Jokers Hand have just dropped the single 'Danny Phantom' (ft. Jakob Nowell). The track, already lodged at #2 on west coast radio giant KROQ's 'Locals Only,' is the band's first single on their new label Wiretap Records. 'Danny Phantom' follows the earlier release of their self-released, 8-song debut album, 'All-American Rage.'

Susan Hisey Releases New Single 'Coma'
Susan Hisey Releases New Single 'Coma'
August 1, 2022

Susan Hisey is a soul pop/country singer-songwriter from Elyria, Ohio. She strives to preserve her authenticity throughout her music career, focusing on real lyrics that people can relate to. This desire has been influenced by her musical idols that include Patty Griffin, Linda Ronstadt, Faith Hill, Kelly Clarkson and Sara Bareilles.

VIDEO: Netflix Shares I CAME BY Film Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Shares I CAME BY Film Trailer
August 1, 2022

A pair of graffiti writers, Toby (George Mackay) and Jay (Percelle Ascott) regularly target the homes of the U.K.’s wealthy elite and ruling class. When Toby breaks into the home of former High Court Judge Sir Hector Blake (Hugh Bonneville) he discovers a shocking secret that leads him on a dangerous journey. Watch the new video trailer now!

The Orion Experience Release 'Cosmicandy' and 'Children of the Stars' on Vinyl for the First Time
The Orion Experience Release 'Cosmicandy' and 'Children of the Stars' on Vinyl for the First Time
August 1, 2022

Fans of The Orion Experience can choose from several colored and picture disc vinyl options as well as CD and cassette from both Cosmicandy and Children of the Stars. This marks the band’s first physical releases since January of 2020 when the song “The Cult of Dionysus” went viral on social media with more than 70 million streams.

VIDEO: Paper Pools Shares 'Evil' Music Video Directed by Philipp Dietz
VIDEO: Paper Pools Shares 'Evil' Music Video Directed by Philipp Dietz
August 1, 2022

Paper Pools has shared the music video for 'Evil,' directed by Philipp Dietz. The group's music has been handled by Adam Christgau, who has worked with the likes of Troye Sivan, Sia, and Miley Cyrus. Watch the new music video now!

Ginger Wildheart & The Sinners Announce Debut Album
Ginger Wildheart & The Sinners Announce Debut Album
August 1, 2022

The album was recorded at Mwnci studios in Pembrokeshire, Wales, with Dave Draper producing. The LP kicks off with the first single 'Wasted Times,' which sets the tone for an album of pure rock n roll, peppered with country touches. Watch the music video now the new single now! Plus, check out upcoming U.K. tour dates!



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